Hood Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Hood switch has a built-in hood lock.

Open the hood.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the radiator grille.
Disconnect the hood switch connector.
Inspect for continuity between the hood switch terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
- If there is no continuity, replace the hood switch.
  
  Fig 1: Hood Switch Circuit Diagram And Connector Terminals
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Lock the hood lock using a flathead screwdriver or equivalent as shown.

Fig 2: Locking The Hood Lock
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Inspect for continuity between the hood switch terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
- If there is continuity, replace the hood switch.
CAUTION:
- After the inspection, unlock the hood lock. If closing the hood with the hood lock locked, the hood lock and/or hood striker may be broken.